Ej's GS Build
#301
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Yeah I hated being on coils with the awd models the upper control arms always slammed the frame when I hit a bump which is why I went with bags.
Yes, unfortunately you have to send them out unless you know the exact measurements to cut and re weld the rear shock housing. They will put everything together for you so basically u just need to put them on the car and make your height adjustments. I don't have any pics fully aired up but it sits at stock height when it is. The fronts don't need any modifications but they do replace all the unnecessary parts and send it back you with your coils
Yes, unfortunately you have to send them out unless you know the exact measurements to cut and re weld the rear shock housing. They will put everything together for you so basically u just need to put them on the car and make your height adjustments. I don't have any pics fully aired up but it sits at stock height when it is. The fronts don't need any modifications but they do replace all the unnecessary parts and send it back you with your coils
Sucks.
So, do you do most of your driving with it aired at stock height? I replaced my Axles 3 times already riding static the last 3 years-1 set of axles each year is not so bad considering how low i was, but With air, I would probably ride aired up most of the time. Really on the fence about which bag to go with though. I seen Kaobito (sp?) on here have a full set of megan struts/UAS bags for sale, but I just wanna do it right the first time. Considering a full AIR/STRUT combo from other companies though. How does yours ride with the BC over UAS? Thank you for your input and thread..
#302
Sucks.
So, do you do most of your driving with it aired at stock height? I replaced my Axles 3 times already riding static the last 3 years-1 set of axles each year is not so bad considering how low i was, but With air, I would probably ride aired up most of the time. Really on the fence about which bag to go with though. I seen Kaobito (sp?) on here have a full set of megan struts/UAS bags for sale, but I just wanna do it right the first time. Considering a full AIR/STRUT combo from other companies though. How does yours ride with the BC over UAS? Thank you for your input and thread..
So, do you do most of your driving with it aired at stock height? I replaced my Axles 3 times already riding static the last 3 years-1 set of axles each year is not so bad considering how low i was, but With air, I would probably ride aired up most of the time. Really on the fence about which bag to go with though. I seen Kaobito (sp?) on here have a full set of megan struts/UAS bags for sale, but I just wanna do it right the first time. Considering a full AIR/STRUT combo from other companies though. How does yours ride with the BC over UAS? Thank you for your input and thread..
#303
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Well mine rides pretty good still feels a lot stiffer than stock suspension but I do have my dampening up... Not all the way though. Harry is a good dude and friend of mine he'll tell you exactly what he thinks of his setup. I can't personally tell you since I haven't ridden in his car but hit him up. Ill tell him to reply to this thread. I love my ride, comfortable and smooth. You can't really go wrong with bag over coil comparing to an air strut combo itself. I ride about an inch from tie to fender. Hope that helps.
Now, is the ride with the UAS/BC coils comparable to how it rode on BCR's alone? I have BCR's at the moment with swift springs. I dont have too many complaints about the ride at all, but I would not want a ride that is less comfortable than that of my current setup. I talked to Harry over PM, he stated they rode well, but my concern mostly is that they are used and can blow at any moment. Slight gamble buying used parts as there is no warranty or customer service that comes along with it if I ran into trouble..
I got a pretty good deal at the moment on the new Airlift struts/bags combo that they just released for AWD specifically. I am considering it, but there are not any reviews on it, so if I go that route I most likely will be the guinea pig for us AWD 3GS owners..
As far as i know we are very limited to the BAG or bag/strut combo. We either have UAS bags over pretty much any type of coilover, or We have these airlift struts. Is there any other alternative you know of?..
Any updates on your car as well by any chance? A lot of people are getting out of the 3GS scene. At least the ones that are doing anything credible in terms of modification. I am seeing too many halfway modders lately lol I dont like it, but thats the nature of the game when your car becomes affordable
#304
Every little piece of evidence helps. I appreciate it! Most of these threads are filled with information, I guess you just have to sift through them if you want the information bad enough. There isnt much info for us AWD owners though..
Now, is the ride with the UAS/BC coils comparable to how it rode on BCR's alone? I have BCR's at the moment with swift springs. I dont have too many complaints about the ride at all, but I would not want a ride that is less comfortable than that of my current setup. I talked to Harry over PM, he stated they rode well, but my concern mostly is that they are used and can blow at any moment. Slight gamble buying used parts as there is no warranty or customer service that comes along with it if I ran into trouble..
I got a pretty good deal at the moment on the new Airlift struts/bags combo that they just released for AWD specifically. I am considering it, but there are not any reviews on it, so if I go that route I most likely will be the guinea pig for us AWD 3GS owners..
As far as i know we are very limited to the BAG or bag/strut combo. We either have UAS bags over pretty much any type of coilover, or We have these airlift struts. Is there any other alternative you know of?..
Any updates on your car as well by any chance? A lot of people are getting out of the 3GS scene. At least the ones that are doing anything credible in terms of modification. I am seeing too many halfway modders lately lol I dont like it, but thats the nature of the game when your car becomes affordable
Now, is the ride with the UAS/BC coils comparable to how it rode on BCR's alone? I have BCR's at the moment with swift springs. I dont have too many complaints about the ride at all, but I would not want a ride that is less comfortable than that of my current setup. I talked to Harry over PM, he stated they rode well, but my concern mostly is that they are used and can blow at any moment. Slight gamble buying used parts as there is no warranty or customer service that comes along with it if I ran into trouble..
I got a pretty good deal at the moment on the new Airlift struts/bags combo that they just released for AWD specifically. I am considering it, but there are not any reviews on it, so if I go that route I most likely will be the guinea pig for us AWD 3GS owners..
As far as i know we are very limited to the BAG or bag/strut combo. We either have UAS bags over pretty much any type of coilover, or We have these airlift struts. Is there any other alternative you know of?..
Any updates on your car as well by any chance? A lot of people are getting out of the 3GS scene. At least the ones that are doing anything credible in terms of modification. I am seeing too many halfway modders lately lol I dont like it, but thats the nature of the game when your car becomes affordable
I've been meaning to post an update since I recently just installed my shortened knuckles and I must say I am extremely happy with the results
#305
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Wow, thats how it should be! Im gonna need to shorten my knuckles as well now...not sure who will do it, but I am guessing a competent welder can.
With the shortened knuckles, is your air up height affected at all? Does it shorten the overall height when you air up as well, or can you go up to stockish height still?
Are you going to be doing RCA's in the rear? You have front RCA's, or just the shortened knuckles?
With the shortened knuckles, is your air up height affected at all? Does it shorten the overall height when you air up as well, or can you go up to stockish height still?
Are you going to be doing RCA's in the rear? You have front RCA's, or just the shortened knuckles?
#310
this car is awesome, and being from iowa, its nice to see an AWD project like this! looking to get into a 3GS and i was against AWD because of the ride height and suspension tuning issues that they present, but after seeing this I'm definitely in the AWD market now! I'm not even looking to go crazy either i just want a nice low ride with some good looking rims and a lip kit. basically where your car was with the 5zigen rims on it is perfect for me suspension and rims wise!
Last edited by FortuneLS; 05-02-16 at 02:54 PM.
#311
this car is awesome, and being from iowa, its nice to see an AWD project like this! looking to get into a 3GS and i was against AWD because of the ride height and suspension tuning issues that they present, but after seeing this I'm definitely in the AWD market now! I'm not even looking to go crazy either i just want a nice low ride with some good looking rims and a lip kit. basically where your car was with the 5zigen rims on it is perfect for me suspension and rims wise!
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